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ASSEMBLY PREPARATION
• Obtaining the assistance of a helper during assembly is strongly recommended.
• The use of ANSI approved safety shoes, heavy work gloves and eye protection are necessary.
• Allow sufficient area for operator and helper to remain clear of components when choosing assembly area.
ASSEMBLY
LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT FRAME MEMBERS [B] & [C] TO MAIN FRAME MEMBER
[A] (FIG 1)
• Looking at the Main Frame Member from the rear and above with the caster holes
down, insert the Left and Right Frame members (also caster holes down) into the
open square tubing stubs at the front of the Main Frame Member
[A]
.
UPRIGHT MEMBER/SPINDLE TUBE [D] TO MAIN FRAME MEMBER [A] (FIG 2)
• Set the Upright Member/Spindle Tube
[D]
in place into the notch of the Main
Frame Member
[A]
, leaned back at an approx. 10° angle and secure by inserting
the Long Pin
[J]
completely through all of the holes in both square tubing stubs of
the Main Frame Member and Left and Right Frame Members
[B]
&
[C]
.
• Insert the Pin Clip
[K]
through the hole near the protruding end of the
Long Pin
[J]
.
INJURY HAZARDS!
The Eastwood Engine Stand consists of heavy metal components (66 lbs. [30 kg.] assembled weight) which can cause potentially
serious injuries if allowed to drop. Avoid pinching hands while handling parts during assembly.
To prevent scratches and damage to the finish of the Engine Stand components, it is strongly advisable to use cardboard, carpet,
blankets etc. covering a 4’ x 4’ area before beginning assembly.
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
ENGINE STAND USE
MOUNTING A LOAD
• Align the center of gravity of the engine or transmission with the centerline of the Engine Stand Spindle to avoid a top-heavy condition.
• Extend the Mounting Arms to allow the Mounting Tubes to align with the bolt pattern of the engine or transmission.
• Slip the user supplied, proper grade mounting bolts through the Mounting Tubes and with the hoist or crane still supporting the load, thread the bolts into
the engine or transmission using nuts if required and draw up hand-tight.
• Securely tighten the Mounting Arms to the Mounting Flange.
• Securely tighten the user supplied, load bearing bolts.
• SLOWLY lower the engine hoist or crane allowing the Engine Stand to bear the weight.
• Observe carefully for any imbalance condition, excessive deflection or casters lifted before disconnecting hoist or crane.
Only use mounting bolts (not included) of the equivalent grade or stronger as those supplied by the vehicle manufacturer to mount
an engine, transmission or other heavy assembly to this Stand.
The selected mounting bolts (not included) should have the threaded portion extended into the engine block mounting holes by at
least 1-1/2 times the bolt diameter for maximum strength and safety.
TIP HAZARD!
The four Mounting Arms are designed with elongated loops that provide for 3-1/2” [90mm] of adjustment and can be positioned any-
where within 360°. While these features allow for virtually unlimited combinations of mounting possibilities, it is the responsibility of
the user to determine the best mounting arrangement and to follow all safety warnings presented in the Safety Information section
of these instructions. It is critical that the engine/transmission be mounted with the center of gravity as close to an alignment with
the centerline of the Spindle/Mounting Flange to eliminate a dangerous, top-heavy condition which could cause the Engine Stand to
suddenly tip.
DO NOT use the loaded Engine Stand without the Included Short Locking Pin [L] inserted down into both Spindle Tubes from the top.
If rotating, always stand behind the Handle end of the stand and make constant observations of the casters. If any indication of
instability occurs, STOP IMMEDIATELY!
The Swivel Casters are equipped with a Locking Brake Feature. These MUST be locked before adding a load to prevent unintended
movement of the Engine Stand while attaching the load.
To Lock: Rotate the Locking Paddles Counter-Clockwise to lock. The “Lock” rotation direction is also indicated by the word “LOCK”
stamped into the metal paddle.
